Corey

he/they

5.0

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Timezone

America/regina

Language

English

Identity

Streamer

LGBTQ+

Published Writer

Game Designer

About Corey

I'm Corey, I'm a GM of over 10 years, who joined in with tabletop roleplaying games just as Critical Role began. I enjoy running games that tell cool stories, have big narratives with creative stories, and exciting characters. I've played numerous indie tabletop games after largely moving on from D&D. I'm the G in 2SLGBTQ+ and I like to play games in spaces that are friendly and welcoming. I can't wait to tell a great story together :)

At a glance

4 years on StartPlaying

6 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Storytelling

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When I'm not running games I'm...

biking, reading, going to the gym, attending pride functions, working on software, learning about new games, hanging out with friends, writing and designing my own games and adventures, or listening to music. I've got a very eclectic set of interests and I like the variety!

The three words my players would use to describe me are...

Listening. Storyteller. Inclusive. Especially with roleplaying, I want the story to actually be listening to what you and your characters are doing so we can build up the story organically and dramatically!

I became a GM because

I love to tell stories! I've had games where we were brought to tears, or anger, or fits of laughter because we all agreed to explore a story together :)

How Corey runs games

If you play with me, you can expect: - Questions that invite you to fill in the blanks and shape the story - Opportunities to choose which scene you want to explore when it's your turn in the spotlight - Low-prep sessions that keep things flexible and easy - A blend of director's voice (setting the scene), author's voice (crafting your story), and character voice (describing your character's actions) throughout our gameplay - Follow-up questions that dig into the who, what, and why behind your choices - Using cool tech like One More Multiverse or Demiplane to enhance our experience You can expect to not see any of these: - Goal-less fights where every side just goes until death - In game music (bring your own playlist, I will be 😉!) - Rude behaviour or unwelcoming attitudes (if it happens with someone because they're new, it's only happening once!)

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I once ran a session...

where the end of the campaign was near, tensions were high in the story and a dramatic twist brought the table to total shock! Everyone loved it and we reflect on that session fondly (and sometimes with tears!)

I prep by

picking out a few fun events or narratives that could come up, then weaving those into the story the characters pursue. It keeps things open, flexible, and with not a rail track in view. I use tones and themes to figure out how to improv the rest!

My favorite trope is...

the fantasy hero and their mentor! So much storytelling potential.

Corey's ideal table

You'll fit well at the table if you like to chat about what your character wants and likes and what scene to do with them next. This table strikes a balance between rules/rulings and keeping the story moving. You won't fit here if you're not looking for an inclusive table. You won't like this table if you're looking for premade stories. You won't fit well at this table if you make uncomfortable comments or support the other players in their stories, too.

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I think metagaming...

is great! I'm happy to pause and chat about what you want for your character, and how we can make that happen in the story. Meta gaming is everywhere! Let's use it rather than pretend it doesn't exist. I like to be open and communicate on metagaming :)

I think it's a red flag when players...

When a player gets weird with TTRPG romance or makes other uncomfortable comments. This ain't the place for that.

I am for a vibe that's...

chill, friendly, and fun. I like to keep it respectful and patient. A lot of "D&Disms" aren't at my table (intentionally).